Digital Innovation For Lithuanian Industrial Development

Abstract

14 partners-coordinator: Kaunas University of Technology-KTU) aims to perform the role of EDIH of Central and Western region of Lithuania.

FOCUSED SECTORS AND SERVICES:

[1] growth of major digital areas fostered by the EC: High-Performance Computing (HPC) · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · CyberSecurity(CS);

[2] high level of digital skills and widespread use of digital technologies

[3] competitiveness of business models and processes at industries and Public bodies.

Specific sectors we will promote: Manufacturing · FinTech · Healthcare & Biotechnologies · ICT.

MISSION:

To be the one-stop shop that enables effective digitalisation in Manufacturing, Public Administration and emerging sectors.

VISION:

To raise Lithuania to catch up as a digitalisation leader within Baltic regions.

PROJECT GOALS:

[1] deliver innovation consulting and support services;

[2] contribute to global competitiveness of Lithuania innovation ecosystem.

TASKS:

Increase Lithuania’s competitiveness, productivity, investments in higher value-added products and to promote integration of digital solutions and new technologies. Implementation: [1] intelligent production equipment/processes; [2] advanced research results. Encourage cooperation between stakeholders at industrial digitalisation/infrastructure development. Help anticipate change and adapt to future needs. Promote digitalisation of the region and society. Strengthen digital skills in public/private sectors. SERVICES:

Test Before Invest: customers to obtain reliable expected results for their digitalisation ventures. Ecosystem building and networking: operative liaisons through competitive Competence Centers. Support to find investment: guide users to simple, efficient and realistic paths for opting to funding schemes. Skills and training: practical knowledge at digitalisation, technology and global business adaptation.